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The Caribbean is calling once again, and this time it offers shinier waters, sharper swords, and a whole lot more pixels. Ubisoft has officially dropped the worldwide release schedule for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, giving players a clear timeline for when they'll be able to step back into the boots of legendary pirate Edward Kenway. Get ready to return to the Caribbean Whether you're planning to commandeer enemy ships on console or chart a course on PC, the wait is nearly...

New EU regulations are set to bring a major change to portable electronics, and Nintendo is already preparing for the transition. From February 2027, new rules will require portable devices sold in EU countries to feature user-replaceable batteries, prompting Nintendo to revise parts of its hardware lineup. The biggest changes will affect the Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Switch family. According to Nintendo, updated versions of the Switch 2 console and its accessories will begin rolling out this summer,...

If you're a fan of building your own game bundles instead of paying for titles you'll never play, Fanatical's Build Your Own Platinum Collection for July 2026 is well worth a look. Featuring 17 PC games across a variety of genres, the latest bundle lets you pick exactly what you want while offering some excellent savings along the way. As always, there are three pricing tiers to choose from: 3 games for $9.99 / €9.99 / £9.99 5 games for $14.99 / €14.99...

Few Dragon Ball games have managed to sustain their momentum for nearly a decade after launch. Released in 2016, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 has continued to evolve through a steady stream of DLC and updates, becoming one of Bandai Namco's longest-supported titles. That makes Future Saga Chapter 4, launching on July 8, far more than another expansion—it serves as the milestone that brings the entire Future Saga to its conclusion....

If your backlog was finally starting to look manageable, this week's release schedule has other plans. From hellish battlefields and haunted villages to the Caribbean Sea and packed college stadiums, the next few days deliver a lineup that's anything but predictable. Whether you're looking for relentless action, a cozy escape, or a nostalgic return to a fan-favorite adventure, July's second week is stacked. July 5 - 12 releases Things kick off on July 7 with DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations,...

There is a huge community that is extremely excited about the long-awaited title from Rockstar Games. We are, of course, talking about GTA VI. However, some leaked information suggests that most current gaming consoles will not be able to reach 60 fps when running the game, which would lead to a less-than-optimal experience. Let us find out the reasons and if there is any workaround. The performance "problem" of GTA VI on modern console systems With an unprecedented level of graphics and...

The legendary World War II real-time strategy game Company of Heroes is making a comeback with the announcement of Company of Heroes: Definitive Edition, a modernized version of the critically acclaimed 2006 classic. Developed by Relic Entertainment, Company of Heroes: Definitive Edition aims to preserve the tactical gameplay that made the original a genre-defining RTS while upgrading the experience for modern PC hardware. Scheduled to launch in Fall 2026, the release is designed for both returning veterans and newcomers eager...

Meccha Chameleon has officially become one of the biggest indie success stories of 2026. The viral hide-and-seek game has now passed 15 million copies sold, an impressive milestone for a title that only recently exploded onto Steam. What started as a funny camouflage game about painting yourself to blend into the environment has quickly turned into a massive multiplayer hit. The most impressive part is how fast the game has grown. Meccha Chameleon did not slowly build its audience over years....

Crimson Desert has not been sitting quietly in the corner gathering digital dust. Pearl Abyss has been rolling out constant updates, fixes, and improvements, showing that the studio is clearly paying attention to the game after launch. That matters a lot, because big open-world adventures live or die by how well they are supported once players start breaking things, finding weird bugs, and asking for more reasons to jump back in.  ...

Humble's newest bundle is built around one thing: speed. Whether you're into lightning-fast shooters, stylish action games, or frantic arcade experiences, the Summer Games Done Quick 2026 Bundle packs eight PC games across two price tiers. Better yet, it also includes Humble Store coupons that knock 40% off SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide and 50% off Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed. The action kicks off with the $7 / €6.08 / £5.27 tier, which includes five games. One of the biggest...

Anyone who owned an Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 probably remembers the dreaded Red Ring of Death (RROD) and Yellow Light of Death (YLOD), the infamous hardware failures that became synonymous with those consoles. While modern systems still have their own error indicators, few have reached the same level of notoriety. Valve's new Steam Machine might not be headed down that road, but one early adopter has already encountered a rather ominous-looking error. Over on the /r/SteamMachine subreddit,...

During its Summer 2026 Special Broadcast on June 27, developer Shift Up officially announced an upcoming collaboration between Goddess of Victory: NIKKE and Atlus’ legendary Persona series. Scheduled for release later in 2026, this high-profile crossover shattered expectations by targeting the entire modern franchise rather than just a single entry. The official teaser prominently showcased iconic imagery from Persona 3, Persona 4, and Persona 5, exciting fans who are used to the standard Persona 5 Royal mobile...